Principal Radar Engineer, Space

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Salary: $220,000–$293,000 / yr
Posted: 77 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Principal Radar Engineer, Space

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Principal Radar Engineer, Space joins the Space team to architect and deliver next-generation space-based radar systems for orbital ISR and tactical sensing. This role involves designing software-defined RF payloads, developing advanced radar techniques, waveforms, signal processing algorithms, and detection technologies while leading cross-functional teams through complex programs from concept to on-orbit operations. The position requires expertise in radar architecture, antenna development, and system-of-systems analysis to translate customer needs into technical requirements. Candidates must possess proficiency in MATLAB and Python for simulation, with preferred experience in C++ for real-time embedded systems. The work focuses on solving critical challenges in the space domain, including orbital mechanics, radiation effects, and signal processing for SAR, GMTI, or SIGINT modes. This role serves as a technical leader bridging the gap between advanced electromagnetics and autonomous space operations.

Skills

Radar Systems MATLAB Python C++ Signal Processing SAR GMTI SIGINT Space Systems Engineering Embedded Systems cFS SpaceVPX Link Budgets Waveform Design System-of-Systems Analysis Orbital Mechanics

What you'll do

Architect and implement RF sensing technologies for space-based radar payloads and multi-domain platforms.
Conduct system-of-systems analysis to decompose mission requirements into radar subsystem specifications and link budgets.
Develop and validate advanced radar techniques, waveforms, signal processing algorithms, and detection/tracking technologies.
Establish and drive consensus on internal technical roadmaps for space radar capabilities.
Engage directly with DoD and IC customers to translate operational needs into technical requirements.
Provide technical leadership to program management and business development teams to support strategic decision-making.
Mentor and grow team members in radar theory, space systems engineering, and best practices.

What we're looking for

MS or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
10+ years of hands-on experience in radar systems engineering including hardware, algorithms, or software development.
Proven track record in a technical leadership role developing high-performance defense radar systems.
Expertise in radar architecture, waveform design, radar modes, and system-level modeling.
Understanding of radar antenna development, technology, and integration.
Proficiency in MATLAB and Python for radar simulation and analysis.
Prior experience supporting DoD or IC programs.
Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance.